South African living in the UK slowly transitioning to live in Nice

2POSTS

3 years ago

Hi,

I recently signed up to the group. I am South African living in the UK and slowly transitioning over to live in France, Nice. The foundations are laid to do this, however lifting the last routs before resettling means getting a job in France. I find it challenging as I don't speak French (somehow missed that vital requirement!) but from previous experience didn't really require if for the industry I work in.

I work in the finance industry and Monaco was my market target, however it seems almost impossible to penetrate the market there. I have reached out to some employment agencies but not very successful with it.

I was wondering if anyone could share any experience, ideas or contacts I could look into? Also, I do live in Nice on a seasonal basis at the moment trying to expand my circle of friends there and will be great if anyone can introduce an expat group there. I find the locals very closed off to newbies.

Best,

Coenraad

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Bhavna Team

44009POSTS

3 years ago

Hello Coenraad,

Welcome on board !

Please note that I have created a new thread on the Nice forum so that members may share their insights with you.

As you don't speak french, are you considering learning a little bit of french ?

Does your job require that you work closely with locals ?

All the best

Bhavna

CoenraadUys Member

2POSTS

3 years ago

Hello Bhavna,

Thank you for your reply and welcome! I am in the process of learning French on a social interaction level and my type of work exposes me to international clients so I won't be working closely with locals, probably more other expats.

Best,

Coenraad